100m hurdles world record holder Toby Amusan has been named by Kenya’s squad for the World Cup in Budapest Despite being temporarily suspended for doping. The Nigerian was recently penalized by the AIU for missing three controls.
“I’m a clean athlete I often (probably more than usual) pass the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) test. I took the test a few days after my third “failed test”. I believe this will work in my favor, and I will be at Worlds in August. At the same time, I ask that my private life be respected when I prepare my arguments before the arbitration,” the African warned after learning of the sanctions.
waiting for a temporary permit
Apparently, Amusan is waiting for a provisional permit to eventually arrive. Some of his opponents were “disgusted”. After setting a historic world record in Eugene last year, she was the favorite in all competitions she entered. The course best is 12.34, but he has not played since July 18 due to the temporary suspension. We’ll see if he ends up stepping into the Hungarian tartan, or there’s another script twist…